Augustus Stockbridge house circa 1990 (Source: MACRIS database) Augustus P. Stockbridge bought a quarter of an acre house lot from Joseph Day, Joel M. Baker and Lyman Smith and built … Continue reading 128 Vernon Street – The Augusts P Stockbridge House
Norwood All-Stars Yield Tournament Trophy to Randolph After Special Exhibition Game-August 3, 1992
Following a tournament forfeit controversy, Norwood coach Wayne Headley organized a special exhibition game against Randolph at Oberlander Field, where Randolph won 16-4.
2nd Norwood Coach Patches Up Dispute-July 31, 1992
Following a controversial forfeit rule in a summer tournament, Norwood coaches and Wayne Headley stepped in to arrange a special game for the Randolph team on July 31, 1992.
Town’s Rubbish Contractor Seeks 16 Percent Contract Increase to Offset Soaring Inflation-August 6, 1980
South Shore Disposal president Joseph Nisby asked Norwood officials for a 16 percent contract increase to offset severe inflationary losses in the town’s waste collection agreement. Selectmen debated legal, financial, and operational implications as fuel costs, dumping fees, and regional restrictions pushed expenses far beyond the original bid.
The Good Old Days on the Trolley-July 28, 1979
Lifelong Norwood resident and trolley historian Carl L. Smith reflected on the golden age of electric street railways, scenic cross-country routes, and freight delivery.
So. Shore National Bank Has New Computer System-This Day in Norwood History-January 11, 1962
TOP OFFICERS of the South Shore National Bank inspect the unique ledger handling electronic computer complex now installed at the bank's main office in Quincy Center. President William J. Martin, … Continue reading So. Shore National Bank Has New Computer System-This Day in Norwood History-January 11, 1962
George F. Willett FIles $15 Million Lawsuit-This Day In Norwood History-November 8, 1923
George F. Willett FIles $15 Million Lawsuit-This Day In Norwood History-November 8, 1923